Chain Of Evidence Garry Disher Australian Crime

a boy named Hastora with a dark childhood, the city where he lived was destroyed by a monster with a very large size that caused almost all the residents living in the city to die, only a few people survived, namely Hastora, Sera (his older sister), Erza (his younger sister), and several other residents who survived. Hastora who was 7 years old at that time had to watch his parents die before his eyes, Sera who was 10 years old at that time had to take care of her younger siblings by working when they had moved to the capital. Because of that incident Hastora began to change his attitude from being cheerful and cheerful to someone with a cold personality. Hastora decided to break the thread of fate and wanted to be the strongest in order to protect his family. He will also get rid of everyone who gets in his way to become strong

In a state ruled by four powerful mafia groups—Heart, Spade, Clover, and Diamond—each crime syndicate operates under a strict hierarchy modeled after a deck of cards. The Kings reign as ruthless leaders, the Jacks serve as their trusted right-hand men, and the Aces are the most valuable yet independent assets. But beneath this system of order lies a web of betrayal, power struggles, and a fractured past. An unfortunate turn of events forces Vincent "Vin" Archer into the Clover group. How will he survive?

On a luxurious private island, Lila Evadne, a world-renowned pianist, attends the wedding of her ex, Nate Hawthorne, who is still obsessively in love with her. Surrounded by old friends—Rafe, the mysterious heir and close friend, secretly in love with her, and Charlie, their free-spirited friend, heir to a media empire, trying to make sure that nothing bad would happen between his friends. As the wedding weekend unfolds, Lila finds herself trapped in a tangled web of desire and rivalry, the island's beauty masking a storm of simmering jealousies, buried secrets and toxic emotions. In the heat of the moment, Lila must confront not only the ghosts of her past but also the dangerous allure of the men who love her, forcing her to choose between loyalty, love and a future free of their obsessions. A gripping tale of power, passion, and betrayal, where paradise becomes a prison of unspoken desires, and one woman’s heart hangs in the balance.

At nineteen, Alex Lane's life revolved around caring for his sister, Iris, after their parents' death. When Iris was diagnosed with Breast cancer, Alex turned to running illegal packages to pay for her treatment. His life spiraled into chaos after running into problems with the most dangerous gang in the city, the BlackWolf Gang. Things turned ugly quickly when Alex and his sister, Iris, were hunted down by the BlackWolf Gang and unfortunately killed. But death wasn't the end. Nemesis, Goddess of Divine Retribution, saw in Alex the perfect instrument of karmic justice. She granted him rebirth as Andre Atlas, son of a reclusive billionaire, and gifted him the Karmic System—a power that grew stronger with each crime he committed, especially those serving as poetic justice against the powerful. Now, as Alex builds his criminal empire from the shadows of high society, with each crime bringing new supernatural abilities he will achieve his one goal. His goal: Destroy those that took everything from him!

For five hundred years, he remained in the darkness. Raviel, the demon bound to the Vermillion family, had known nothing but chains and silence for centuries. Deep beneath the grand castle, locked away in an underground cave, he sat motionless inside an enormous iron cage, his wrists and ankles shackled by ancient, glowing runes. The magic pulsed with a soft, eerie light, a reminder of his eternal servitude. The air was damp, thick with the scent of old stone and forgotten power. Time had long lost its meaning to him. He had witnessed generations of Vermillions rise and fall—greedy, selfish, and cruel. None had dared to free him, nor had any of them been worthy of his protection. But then, something changed. Far above, within the golden halls of the Vermillion estate, a child was born—the heir of the family. And with his first cry, the chains around Raviel's wrists shuddered. A sharp crack echoed through the cave as one of the magical seals flickered for the first time in centuries. The demon's crimson eyes slowly opened. He exhaled, his breath a whisper against the cold air. "So… the heir has finally arrived." His lips curled into a slow, dark smile. The silence of five hundred years was about to be broken. --- The grand Vermillion estate stretched across acres of land, surrounded by towering walls and an air of untouchable wealth. But within those walls, past the marble halls and golden chandeliers, there was a place untouched by power struggles and whispered schemes—the secret garden. A small boy, no older than four, ran barefoot across the soft grass, his silver-white hair shining under the golden sun. Nao Vermillion, the only true heir of the Vermillion family, giggled as he chased after a butterfly, his tiny hands reaching for the delicate creature. "Careful, young master," a gentle voice called out. Amara, the aging housemaid, watched over him from a distance. She was the only one in the household who truly cared for the child—not as an heir, but as a boy who deserved warmth. Nao turned to her, his icy blue eyes filled with innocence. "Ama! Look!" He pointed excitedly as the butterfly landed on a white rose. Amara smiled, stepping closer. "Butterflies are delicate, my dear. Just like you." Nao pouted, puffing out his small cheeks. "I'm not delicate!" He stomped his tiny foot, making Amara chuckle. "You are," she teased. "But one day, you will grow into a strong young man." Nao didn't understand her words yet. All he knew was that the garden was his favorite place—a hidden world where he was just a boy, not an heir. But deep beneath the castle, locked away in the dark, a pair of crimson eyes had already opened, waiting for the day their paths would cross...

After the nuclear war, the world was controlled by twenty mega-corporations that established a global government. Governed by AI, it judged everything. Gao Xin, who had only wished to live a peaceful life, inexplicably became a scapegoat for the elite and, unable to pay the imprisonment fee, was sentenced to ten years of exile on Crime Prison Island! On this island, there were no laws, no constraints, the only order being the numerous game arenas set up by the officials. The criminals could only participate like racehorses for the entertainment of the elite. Yet, on this prison island filled with Radiation, cyborgs, and many powerful villains, Gao Xin had no strength, no talent, and no background—like a sheep thrown into a crocodile pool, no different from being on death row. How could an ordinary person like him survive under the oppression of the strong, the geniuses, and the wicked? Unless in this world, there was a path, a path that allowed even the weakest to continuously break their shackles.

Zephany Draven is a shy, clumsy celebrity journalist who is constantly ridiculed for not getting the big scoops. She is soft-spoken and easily intimidated, so she looks weak. However, behind closed doors, she's Eclipse, an altogether tougher, loud-mouthed agent and quite ruthless and efficient. Kendrick Montclair is a gentle, positive artist who loves his family and remains optimistic despite his struggles. His gentle nature makes him easy to take advantage of. But secretly, he's Obscura, a cold, ruthless agent who is efficient and silent. Both work as partners in a secret organization that preserves hidden truths erased by governments, yet they remain completely unaware of each other's true identities. Their goal is to reach the highest level of clearance to access classified information. But just when they're on the verge of success, they fail. Then, a mysterious man appears with an offer—a contract marriage in exchange for the information they desperately seek. Trapped with no alternative, they sign the deal. But neither expected what would happen next. ------------- Kendrick and Zephany sat by the glass wall, waiting for their food when a car suddenly crashed through. Kendrick pulled Zephany to safety just in time, but both got small cuts from the broken glass. "Are you okay?" they asked, checking each other. To their astonishment, the cuts healed before their eyes. Their minds raced. "Beside me, the only person I know who has that ability is." "No! She can't be that loud, short-tempered woman!" "No! He can't be that silent, obnoxious man!" "Did I marry my secret partner in crime?" They both shuddered at the thought.

Nithya was shocked when her husband, Naveen was found dead, and she's accused of the crime. As evidence mounts against her, she's left reeling, insisting on her innocence. Enter CBI Officer Arjun , tasked with unraveling the mystery. As he digs deeper, he discovers a labyrinth of secrets and lies surrounding Naveen's life. Arjun's determination to uncover the truth joins force with local police officers As the investigation unfolds, Arjun exposes a surprising culprit and a secret motive that threatens to destroy Nithya's life forever. . . . . . Will he clear her name before it's too late? Join me in the story of Arjun and Nithya which is filled with mystery and suspense

Noah Sullivan, a cheerful yet cold beauty of the business world was drugged and was forced to sleep with someone, on top of that that someone was a man. Opening his eyes he found out that the person he spend a night with is no other than his business partner, Ethan Caldwell. Seeing his partner's beautiful face only thing that came out of his mouth was "Oh!! I'm done for!!" "What!!?" But, fate wouldn't let them be as they become more and more involved with each other.

~Thrown into the pages of a horror bl as the side character who is destined to a gruesome death, (Y/n) is determined to outsmart the plot as he tries to avoid the inevitable ending. But fate is cruel and so is the obsession of a certain someone who had his eyes on the male since day one. Is he truly changing the story or is he falling deeper into the claws of its twisted fate?

The Angel of Death. The man everyone fears. They say he’s merciless, that he has killed more people than anyone in the Circle. No one dares cross him. But there’s a secret, one that no one knows. James Bellini has never killed anyone. Not once. The rumors started because of a misunderstanding, a mistake so deep that even he couldn’t fix it. The truth is something only God himself could untangle. And James? He’s just a man caught in the middle of it all.

Isla Sinclair never imagined her fate would be sealed with a signature and a ruthless vow. When her reckless brother gambles away millions to the wrong man, she is forced to pay the price—by marrying Killian Thorne, a powerful billionaire with a vendetta against her family. Killian didn’t build his empire by playing fair. He takes what he wants, and right now, he wants her. A Sinclair under his control is the perfect revenge. But Isla isn’t the weak pawn he expected—she’s fierce, defiant, and refuses to be broken. Their marriage is a battlefield, their desire a dangerous game. And when Isla uncovers the devastating truth about why Killian really hates her family, she faces an impossible choice: destroy the man she’s beginning to love or surrender to a past that could ruin them both. Because in this war of hearts, only one of them can truly win.

Beneath the sky, kingdoms rise and fall. Beneath the earth, no such fate exists—only chains, only suffering. Deep below Orinith’s golden spires, where the weight of stone and silence crushes all, a world festers in darkness. Here, names are stripped away, freedom is a myth, and the air itself is thick with despair. No one escapes. No one dares to dream. Yet, among the broken, something stirs. A boy, born into suffering. A secret, buried beneath blood and dust. A power, waiting to awaken. When the first crack forms in the unbreakable chains, the world above will tremble. But not all who rise from the depths seek salvation. Some carry the darkness with them. In the shadows of Orinith, a storm is coming. And when it breaks, nothing will remain the same.

The evil we sow unto the world, has a funny way of coming back to bite us, when that happens we call, call it karma, judgement, we feel that it is only right. I was born as the repayment, of the sins men have committed, as the beast destined to cleanse the world, with blood and, for all life they have taken, I will pay the equivalent with their blood, so fear not ye, death is only a moment away.

In the depths of the Victorian era, where mansions are filled with secrets and shadows dance on the walls, lives the young boy "Reishel Galfrahad", a small child who holds in his hands an incredible power: an ancient magical book, within which appear mysterious texts that grant him the ability to change the world... or destroy it! Reishel finds himself trapped between a distorted reality and interwoven nightmares, discovering images of children with similar faces and names, facing dark corridors, and people appearing with strange curses, while a mysterious shadow pursues him, hiding a secret buried in his family's bloodline. When the mansion is locked down after a horrific murder, and unknown creatures begin to appear, Reishel becomes the only hope for survival. Each spell Reishel utters opens a gate to another world... a world that devours souls. What does the mansion hide? Who are the children in the pictures? And why does everyone seem like chess pieces in a story he didn’t choose to be a part of? A dark novel blended with mystery and psychological horror, charged with magic and destruction, where the boundaries between reality and imagination are broken, and escaping the story becomes the greatest challenge... "I am the writer... and you are my story that refused to be completed!"

(Rewritten) Welcome to my Another World Story! This is my first time trying a Nation in another world so expect some fixes on published chapters! In the realm of Altairas, the technologically advanced Empire of Wallonia awakens. Led by Emperor Arthur Paulus, a visionary driven by his ancestor's legacy and unwavering loyalty, and Chancellor Erich Von Lastra, his trusted friend and Field Marshal, who balances strategic brilliance with endearing humility. Together, they navigate the intricate dance of diplomacy, forging alliances and tempering the Empire's ambition for conquest and exploration. Their sights are set on the stars, but the dangers of Altairas loom close: magical threats, medieval rivalries, and the darkness of slavery. Can Arthur and Erich harmonize their pursuit of power with their desire for peace, or will the allure of domination prevail? Join the epic journey of Wallonia's rise, where loyalty, friendship, and duty shape the fate of Altairas.

Emily Wrigley’s life takes a dark turn when her older brother, Everett Marshal, pulls her out of a nightclub and locks her away in his private villa. What was meant to be a lesson in discipline soon spirals into something much more dangerous. Everett has spent years suppressing his forbidden desires, but being close to Emily shatters his self-control. His love for her is obsessive, possessive, and unrelenting. With Emily bound by golden chains, she is forced to confront a horrifying truth—her own brother sees her as something more than family. Struggling against his control, Emily fights for her freedom while trying to understand Everett’s true intentions. But with his wealth, power, and unwavering obsession, escaping him may not be so easy. Is this love, or is it captivity? And will Emily find a way to break free before she loses herself completely?

En un mundo destruido por la mano de los dioses, donde los humanos son meras piezas de ajedrez en un juego cósmico, Kael es un hombre que desafía su destino. Tras ser retornado al pasado, su memoria intacta de los horrores futuros, Kael descubre el "Sistema de la Rebelión", una fuerza que lo conecta con el poder de aquellos que se han rebelado contra los dioses. Con una marca ardiente en su muñeca y cicatrices de batallas perdidas, su lucha por la supervivencia lo llevará a enfrentarse a monstruos, aliados inesperados, y, finalmente, a los mismos dioses que han despojado a la humanidad de su libertad. ¿Podrá Kael cambiar el curso del futuro y romper las cadenas que atan a su mundo? La rebelión comienza, y el juego de los dioses está a punto de cambiar para siempre.

A man wakes up inside his favorite RPG, "Chains of Destiny," but instead of becoming the hero, he's stuck as Lucien, a low-level NPC. In a world threatened by the Oracle's Gate and divided between the Eastern Dominion and the Western Federation, Lucien must navigate his way through danger. Armed only with his knowledge of the game, what will be his fate?

Cassian had lived his life in the most miserable way. He had scrubbed the floors and washed the clothes in the cold winter and done everything just to please his uncle’s family, but in return, they sold him to a merchant only for a pouch of coins. And the merchant decided to gift him to the king of Aetherlyn, a faraway kingdom from his small village to show his loyalty and curry favor from the king. And he was the lucky one from the group to be choosen by the king. Thus he got the position of palace servant. Cassian thought maybe his life in the palace would be different, but he was bound to be disappointed as the people in the palace were far more sinister and ruthless. Scheming ran in their blood. And can anyone tell him why his path always crossed with the notorious first prince of the kingdom? The seemingly cold prince had an unpredictable temper. And why was he always drawn to him like a moth to a light? Will Cassian be able to survive in the palace where the true faces are hidden behind masks, or will he become more entangled in their schemes and just become a mere pawn in their game?

In a world where divine power dictates fate, strength alone is not enough to survive. The strong rule, the weak are discarded, and trust is a fool’s gamble. Xenos learned this the hard way. Betrayed by those closest to him, he abandoned all faith in people, choosing to rely only on his intelligence and power. To trust is to be controlled, and Xenos refuses to be anyone’s pawn. Unlike the Diviners—who are born with innate abilities that tie them to the heavens—Xenos views power differently. He does not submit to fate; he bends it to his will. Every alliance he forms is temporary, every step he takes is calculated, and every enemy he makes is just another obstacle to be removed. Yet beneath his cold, ruthless exterior, a question lingers. What is his purpose? What does he truly seek? He moves forward not just to survive, but to find a goal worth chasing in a world that has given him nothing. As gods watch from above and powerful forces conspire in the shadows, Xenos walks a path of his own making—one of manipulation, defiance, and absolute control. But in a world where power is everything, will he ever find the answer he seeks? A tale of betrayal, strategy, and a relentless search for purpose. In a world without trust, can Xenos find something worth believing in?

Asher Carter has spent his entire life hiding his true self. In Eldermire—a town ruled by the iron grip of the Council of Purity—being different is dangerous, and some kinds of love are a crime that can cost you everything. Orphaned young and raised under the council’s suffocating laws, Asher has learned that survival means keeping his head down. By day, he works as a waiter at The Gilded Spoon, an elite café where the town’s powerful gather. By night, he dreams of a life where he doesn’t have to pretend. Then there’s Malcolm Hayes—the mayor’s son. Wealthy, charming, and engaged to the daughter of a high-ranking council member, he is everything Asher can never have. To the world, Malcolm is the perfect heir to Eldermire’s legacy of purity. But beneath the polished facade, he's living a life that isn't truly his—while being irresistibly drawn to the quiet waiter he just can't stop thinking about. One moment, they were just two men living separate lives. The next, they are fugitives. Hunted by a town that sees their love as an abomination, Asher and Malcolm’s only hope is to escape beyond Eldermire’s borders—to a place where love isn’t punished. But running won’t be easy. In a world where their love is forbidden and betrayal is inevitable, the question isn’t just whether they can escape—but whether their love is strong enough to survive. --- Trigger Warning: This story explores dark and intense themes. Please proceed with caution if you are sensitive to: Graphic violence Vigilante justice Homophobia Fear and persecution Life-threatening situations Explicit sexual scenes

A world thats rushing towards a dark ending. An slave traveler that yearns for his freedom. A fire that will consume anyone who stays behind. Will he be able to break the chains that bound him and reach the peak or will he just die like a sheep waiting to be slaughter. Wach him rise from the bottom and tries to discover why he came here. To save the world or rush it to that dark ending. This is a story of a traveler

Born into a world of pain and betrayal, Winnie never knew love—only survival. Abandoned by a father who never cared, tormented by a stepmother who sold her innocence for profit, and forced into a life she never chose, she learned that mercy was a luxury she could never afford. When her only family—her beloved brother—is ripped from her, Winnie is left with nothing but the scars of her past and the fire of revenge burning in her soul. She refuses to be another victim, refuses to be just another forgotten girl. With the help of Carter, a man with his own demons, and Michael, a protector forged in blood, she fights back. But Damien—the monster who ruled the shadows of her life—won’t let go so easily. He built his empire on broken lives, and he won’t fall without a war. As Winnie uncovers the secrets that could destroy him, she must decide: will she run, or will she burn everything down with him? *shattered chain * is a harrowing tale of survival, revenge, and the power of resilience. In a world where monsters wear human faces, Winnie must break free from the past—or be consumed by it. **Will she rise, or will the darkness finally claim her?**

Young and soulful, Karna, and, mature and seductive, Urvashi, live unfulfilled lives. The only thing keeping them sane is their complicated relationship. However, when fate rolls the dice for them, they are sucked into a video game and end up in a fantasy world. With their lives seemingly reset, and in a world where anything was possible, the two souls embark on a new journey together to make their wildest dreams come true. Arc 1 - The Secrets of Sacred Groove Karna and Urvashi finally take their first steps outside the training grounds. However, it doesn't take them too long to find trouble. Caught in a century old conflict between two tribes, they must try and bring down a cult and their mad god who relishes in death itself. Warning: The story deals with Young male (20's) and Older women. Some might find it inappropriate, so I thought it is best I keep informed. What you can expect -- Weak to strong MC -- A slow start, actual plot takes like 15 or so chapters to kick in. -- RPG combat and magic system with lots of numbers -- A lovable entourage of Romantic interests -- Slow burn romance -- Daily update *** You can support me on Patreon and get access to advanced chapters P.S. The cover is A.I. generated

She was the perfect daughter, shaping herself into whatever they wanted her to be. A flawless doll. A beautiful mask. She learned every smile, every move, playing her part without a single mistake, because this part of her life wasn’t hers... it was theirs. But not forever. One day, she would break free. No one would control her future or tell her who to become. She would be the one writing her own story. Yet, just as her plans were finally falling into place, everything started to crumble. One problem after another, surprises she never saw coming, and people who kept showing up in her life, no matter how many times she tried to push them away. Her life had always been hard, but these sudden changes pulled her into a storm she never asked for, making her question the very path she thought she was set on. Like a caterpillar fighting to build its cocoon, she is struggling to change. But deep down, she knows that once she breaks free, she will be a butterfly, ready to rise and fly higher than ever before. … “Let me tell you now, your kindness? I don’t need it. What you offer? I don’t want it. And a piece of advice, be careful with your kindness. It might bring pain to those you wish to protect, rather than support.” She turned her back, leaving him standing there, watching her retreat into the distance. … "Because I was like her once—filled with guilt. Those were the words I needed to hear, the ones I gave up hoping for long ago." He looked at her, his gaze softening with sympathy. “And you don’t seem like someone who’s ready to free herself from that guilt.” “Someday, maybe. But not yet. Not just yet.” “When that time comes,” he asked gently. “Will you tell me first?” She paused, meeting his eyes before a faint smile touched her lips. “I suppose I can do that much.” … “Whatever I’ve been through, no matter how difficult, I’m proud of it. I’ll never feel ashamed of the things I’ve done to reach this point.” She cupped his cheek, her touch gentle but firm. “So don’t feel bad for me. Be proud of me. While you weren’t there, you were always on my mind. You gave me the strength to keep going. Remember that.” He leaned into her hand, his voice quiet. “Then tell me… tell me everything you’ve experienced.” Currently 7 chapters a week... Another 2 for every 100 power stones mark... DO ADD "Llaellen's Updates" BOOK IN YOUR LIBRARY TO GET THE LATEST UPDATES ABOUT MY PLANS FROM HERE ON OUT Do read my other stories: SHE'S THAT KNIGHT KNOWN AS ZERO (COMPLETED) VENGEANCE TO THE ROYAL ONES (COMPLETED) COMING FOR THE LAST FOURTEENTH (COMPLETED) RESTARTING CHAPTER BOOK FINALE (COMPLETED) VERACITY OF THE PAST (COMPLETED) REBIRTH: STUBBORNLY FUFILLING A PROMISE (COMPLETED) LLAELLEN'S UPDATES (NEVER ENDING)

Kicked out by her stepmother and desperate, Freda marries Raymond for survival. Their marriage, built on necessity, takes a twist when Raymond loses his memory. Heartbroken, Freda uncovers dark family secrets and faces danger from unexpected enemies. Will she find justice and reclaim her life, or will the past destroy everything she holds dear?

Kalian pernah berpikir kehidupan di luar sana selain di bumi? Bagian semesta yang tersembunyi, terdapat banyak tempat yang ditinggali ada ras terkuat disebut "Dewa." Mereka bertugas mengatur dunia dan alam setelahnya. Namun, sebagian dewa juga masih ingin merasakan kehidupan di dunia sana. Sebagian dewa pun sepakat mengunjungi satu tempat di tata surya dan namanya adalah "bumi." *** "Di bumi ada banyak keajaiban yang disiapkan untuk kita jelajahi." Cover by hm_design12

With reality bending under their clashing powers, the fate of entire realms hangs in the balance. Will Nicolas’ chains of judgment crush all opposition, or will Kujima’s desperate schemes reshape destiny once more? As war consumes the land, the true nature of gods, power, and sacrifice is revealed in an epic struggle that will determine the fate of existence itself.